2005 Dodge Caravan Review

Name: 2005 Dodge Caravan Review
Brand: Dodge
Price: 1320 USD
Rating: 4.0 (78 reviews)

Price Estimate: $1,320 - $2,097

2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 4dr Ext Minivan

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Pros

Surprisingly agile handling, quiet ride in V6 models, low price.

Cons

Some cheap interior bits, reliability record not as strong as some competitors', limited availability of major safety features.

What’s new

The Caravan gets a styling refresh and a hefty base price reduction.

Edmunds says

Enjoyable to drive and ride in, the Caravan offers no-frills minivan transportation for the family on a tight budget.

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2005 Dodge Caravan
SXT Passenger Minivan
$1,990
good price
$921 below market
- 190,113 miles
- 2 accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 17 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- Russ Hubler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram New Castle (327 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Rear Bench Seats
- 2nd Row Bucket Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in New Castle, IN
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat 2005 Dodge Caravan SXT FWD 4-Speed Automatic 3.3L V6 OHV19/26 City/Highway MPG
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1D4GP45R75B402279
Stock: 2425412
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-08-2025
2005 Dodge Caravan
SXT Passenger Minivan
$3,644
- 222,867 miles
- 1 accident, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 7 Seats, 17 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- New Start Motors (397 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Rear Bench Seats
- 2nd Row Bucket Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in Montezuma, IN
2005 DODGE CARAVAN SXT FWD... 3.3L V6 .... ..AVAILABLE AT NEW START MOTORS AT US HWY 36 ROCKVILLE, INDIANA TERMS $3644 OR $499 DOWN PLUS TAX/FEE AND $...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1D4GP45R35B162812
Stock: 162812
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-10-2025

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.85 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Carolina.}

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$177/mo

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Great Ride

moparmoma, 03/18/2011

2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

We Bought the Caravan without the stow and go seats for the comfort of the second row captian chairs. Took family to motortrend car show and made them sit in seats for half an hour. Teenagers appreciated the comfort of captain chairs and the entertainment (DVD) system. This is a life saver on long road trips. Have 100,000 on the van with ALOT of road trips. No problems whatsoever. …

Great buy

John, 06/29/2005

2005 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)

We went down a step, previously had a Grand Caravan. I was worried about space, but this van is surprisingly roomy for the size. Recently took it on a 3,500 mile trip and had plenty of room for a family of 4 and all our luggage. With the smaller engine, it doesn't accelerate as fast, but cruises just fine. We weren't interested in a van with lots of bells and whistles (no need for …

Great van with lots of versatility

aveybaby, 03/30/2013

2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

This is the perfect vehicle for a family. I got hooked on Dodge Caravan's years ago. I had one that lasted ten years with no problems until the transmission went out at about 200,000 miles. I bought a Windstar and didn't like it so got new Dodge Caravan again. For as much space and comfort as it has you can't beat the gas mileage. I consistently average 20 mpg. Considering that you can …

Best Van Ever

bookworm2991, 10/21/2011

2005 Dodge Caravan SXT 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

I purchased this vehicle in August 2010. I have a 3 year old and was expecting my second child. I fell in love with this van. It was very comfortable to ride in, had plenty of room, child seat anchors and one of the second row captains chairs had a built in 5 point harness child seat. During the year that we had it we never had any problems with it. I was recently in an accident and it …

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2005 Caravan Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$18,380
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	20 MPG
Cost to Drive	$177/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	15.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Acceptable
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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2005 Dodge Caravan
SXT Passenger Minivan

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2005 Dodge Caravan
SXT Passenger Minivan

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.85 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Carolina.}

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2005 Dodge CaravanSXT Passenger Minivan

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2005 Dodge CaravanSXT Passenger Minivan

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.85 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Carolina.

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan (2.4L 4cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.85 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Carolina.}